Question 1

What's the difference between Dusty Amber and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Dusty Amber is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from ESSNCE (2023) dominated by White Floral accords. Black Opium is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Yves Saint Laurent (2014) leaning on Vanilla accords. They share 1 accord: White Floral.

Question 2

Which is better, Dusty Amber or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Dusty Amber scores 3.73/5 vs Black Opium at 3.94/5. Black Opium's standout strength: Versatile statement fragrance choice mentioned in community recommendations. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Dusty Amber and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 5 notes and 1 accords, including White Floral, Almond, Coffee, Orange Blossom, Jasmine. Black Opium: Black Opium by YSL is recognized by the r/fragrance community as a popular statement fragrance choice, particularly mentioned as an example of a bold evening scent.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Dusty Amber or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Black Opium: Strong sillage and projection appreciated by wearers Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Dusty Amber vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Dusty Amber scores highest for winter wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Dusty Amber leans evening, Black Opium leans evening.

Dusty Amber לעומת Black Opium

סיכום ההשוואה

תווי ריח משותפים (5)

ייחודי לDusty Amber (10)

ייחודי לBlack Opium (6)

אקורדים משותפים (1)

שאלות נפוצות

דופק הסנטימנט הקהילתי — Black Opium

חיובי

שלילי

מאפיין	Dusty Amber	Black Opium
מותג	ESSNCE	Yves Saint Laurent
שנה	2023	2014
דירוג	3.73	3.94
ריכוז	—	—
מגדר	feminine	feminine
סך תווי ריח	15	11